Data Science

The suite of course options are designed for ICT professionals who wish to develop skills to support careers in Data Science, Data Engineering. Specialist study areas include big data programming, machine learning, data analytics, AI, Data Programming and Visualisation, Python, R Studio and much more.

About Data Science

Listen to the UCD faculty Dr. Michael Salter Townshend explaining digital transformation in Data Science and future of learning for professionals and how the Advance Centre is addressing the digital skills needs. "Data Science is a very modern term, and it refers mainly to analytics conducted post digital transformation.The digital transformation is ongoing as more industries adopt and embrace data-driven decision making. It is an ever-evolving field, at the very forefront of the digital revolution".

The Data Science covers areas such as  big data programming, machine learning, data analytics, AI, Data Programming and Visualisation, Python, R Studio and much more.

Accredited digital transformation courses

delivered by UCD, ATU Sligo and TU Dublin

About Data Science

The suite of course options are designed for ICT professionals who wish to develop skills to support careers in Data Science, Data Engineering. Specialist study areas include big data programming, machine learning, data analytics, AI, Data Programming and Visualisation, Python, R Studio and much more.

CPD modules in this course theme

Post Graduate Certificate in Automotive Artificial Intelligence

Delivered by ATU, Sligo

This cert has been developed in collaboration with industry and is aimed at Electronic, Computer, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineers who wish to develop the skills required to design the next generation of technology for smart and autonomous vehicles.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 30 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €4500 *Learner subsidy fee available

Postgraduate Certificate in Sensors for Autonomous Vehicles

Delivered by ATU, Sligo

This Postgraduate Certificate specialises in Environment Detection and Computer Vision for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, the underlaying technology of smart and autonomous vehicles.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 30 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €4500 *Learner subsidy fee available

Introduction to Data Analytics

Delivered by University College Dublin

Introduction to probability and statistical inference, focusing on understanding concepts and methodologies.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Data Prog with R

Delivered by University College Dublin

Begineers introduction to the open-source statistical programming language R, and how to build programmes and handle datasets

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fees *Learner Subsidy Fee available

MSc in Computing (Data Science)

Delivered by ATU, Sligo

The part-time online MSc in Data Science offered by ATU Sligo prepares graduates for future work opportunities in data analytics, big data and artificial intelligence. 

  • Starts January 2025
  • Online Teaching
  • 90 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €9,000

Data Programming with Python

Delivered by University College Dublin

Learn how to manipulate data and perform statistical analysis using Python.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fees *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Predictive Analysis 1

Delivered by University College Dublin

The micro-credential uses a variety of real-world examples to illustrate the use of different data analytical techniques and regression models, covering both theoretical and practical considerations.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fees *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Machine Learning

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

Learn about machine learning, Deep Learning and Convolutional Neural Networks for use in computer vision tasks

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Applied Statistics and Probability

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

This module covers statistical methods to analyse and quantify processes. It will enable learners to model problems using probabilistic and statistical mathematical methods.

  • Starts January 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Automotive System Safety & Cybersecurity

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

Introduces students  to “Automotive System Safety and Cybersecurity” and concepts relevant for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Self Driving Cars.

  • Starts January 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Multiple View Geometry in Computer Vision

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

Introduces key 2D-Image Processing, segmentation and features detection techniques, camera intrinsic and extrinsic parameters and multiple view geometries.

  • Starts January 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Monte Carlo

Delivered by University College Dublin

Introduction to computationally intensive modern Statistical methods, including concepts and methods involved in simulating from distributions using R.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fees

Applied Linear Algebra

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

Gain expertise in interpreting linear algebra models used in the engineering literature to model problems

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Vehicle Dynamics and Control

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

This module involves modelling and analysis of vehicle dynamics including drag, tyre friction and vibration and the effect of these on the vehicle performance and driver experience. 

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

ADAS and Autonomous System Architecture

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

ADAS provides the learner with an appreciation for the bigger picture of the automotive industry. The student will gain an understanding of the multi-disciplinary nature of the industry. 

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Data Analytics and Visualisation

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

This topic will introduce the learner to the SOTA data analysis tools and techniques, which help to interpret and extract meaningful information from data (using public datasets). 

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Environment Detection

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

This module investigates the physical and technical foundations, strengths and weaknesses of sensors for advanced driver assistance systems and their applications in environment detection in automotive vehicles

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Fees: €750

Statistical Machine Learning

Delivered by University College Dublin

This micro-credential delivers a collection of techniques for discovering patterns in data and making predictions at the intersection of Machine Learning and Statistics.

  • Starts January 2025
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Time Series

Delivered by University College Dublin

This micro-credential delivers the basic techniques in Time Series Analysis. This course will mainly focus on examples in the world of economics and finance.

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fees

Bayesian Analysis (online)

Delivered by University College Dublin

This micro-credential will provide an introduction to Bayesian analysis with an emphasis on concepts in Bayesian theory and practice, focusing on statistical programming (Stan programming language).

  • Starts January 2025
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee

Multivariate Analysis

Delivered by University College Dublin

This micro-credential will cover many common statistical techniques used to analyse high dimensional data (including: clustering techniques; classification techniques; ordination techniques; etc) using R software.

  • Starts January 2025
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee

Data Programming with C

Delivered by University College Dublin

Covers the essence of programming with data using the languages C and C++, focus on incorporating such code into the R statistical environment.

  • Starts May 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Data Programming with SAS

Delivered by University College Dublin

Focuses on how to manipulate data and perform statistical calculations using SAS.

  • Starts May 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee *Learner Subsidy Fee available

Adv. Data Prog. with R

Delivered by University College Dublin

Covers advanced use of R and Rstudio, following on from the Data Programming with R module.

  • Starts May 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee

Statistical Network Analysis (online)

Delivered by University College Dublin

Focuses on the analysis of relational data and reviews the available methodologies and algorithms that can be employed to model network interactions.

  • Starts May 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Module
  • Course Fees: €875.00 EU Fee

C Programming 101

Delivered by Atlantic Technological University

An introductory course in C programming for the PC. Covering the C compiler, variables, operators, decision statements, iteration loops, arrays and strings

  • Starts September 2024
  • Online Teaching
  • 5 Credits
  • NFQ Level 6
  • Course Fees: €550

Professional Diploma in Data Analytics

Delivered by University College Dublin

The Programme in Data Analytics is at the crossroads between statistics and computer science, and contain elements of both. Students who perform well on the Professional Diploma may apply to transfer to  online MSc Data Analytics.

 

  • Starts September 2023
  • Online Teaching
  • 20 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Part-Time
  • Course Fees: €199.60 per credit

MSc Data Analytics

Delivered by University College Dublin

The Programme in Data Analytics will equip you with the skills necessary to understand and analyse large data sets. Techniquies applicable to ICT, pharma and financial services sectors amongst others.

  • Starts September 2023
  • Online Teaching
  • 90 Credits
  • NFQ Level 9
  • Course Option Part-Time
  • Course Fees: €147.20 per credit

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Taught by academic experts

Learn from 3 of Ireland’s leading universities with world renowned academic staff.

Accredited qualifications aligned to NFQ

Our courses and modules range from levels 6 to 9 on the NFQ framework.

A wide range of study areas

Select from 11 key themes across Digital Transformation.

Partnered with Industry Partners

Our corporate network is innovative and expansive across many sectors.

Flexible Study Options

Choose from a range of online, on-campus and blended learning modes designed to suit your needs.

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